By Thapelo Molefe
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged world leaders, business executives, and change makers to unite in confronting global inequality and accelerating women’s empowerment, saying the advancement of women is essential to building a more just and sustainable future.
Delivering the opening address at the International Women’s Forum (IWF) in Cape Town on Thursday, Ramaphosa said the gathering embodies the spirit of Ubuntu – the African philosophy meaning “I am because we are.”
“This is a call to recognise our shared humanity, our interdependence and the collective power of women in shaping society,” Ramaphosa said.
“When women rise, societies rise with them. When women prosper, the whole community benefits.”
The president said South Africa was honoured to host the conference, which brings together influential women leaders from across the world.
He said the work of the IWF echoes the principles guiding South Africa’s G20 presidency, which are solidarity, equality,
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